At a pivotal time in early American history, one man was able to influence the hearts and minds of an entire burgeoning nation by way of pen... Show moreAt a pivotal time in early American history, one man was able to influence the hearts and minds of an entire burgeoning nation by way of pen and parchment. His name was Thomas Paine, and his revolutionary pamphlet was titled "Common Sense." This paper provides an in-depth analysis of Thomas Paine's Common Sense pamphlet in regards to persuasive communication and rhetoric and how it ultimately swayed the American colonists toward separation from the tyrannical motherland. Show less
Richard Sessions, who received an MS in Design in 1960 from the Institute of Design, provides a written account of his experience as a student... Show moreRichard Sessions, who received an MS in Design in 1960 from the Institute of Design, provides a written account of his experience as a student under Frederick Sommer between 1957 and 1958. Included are Sessions' three photographs inspired by Sommer: "There ARE angels in America," "To Hell and Back," and "Breaking Up." Show less
Marvin Newman, who received an MS in Photography in 1952 from the Institute of design, provides a written account of his experience as a... Show moreMarvin Newman, who received an MS in Photography in 1952 from the Institute of design, provides a written account of his experience as a student under Aaron Siskind and Harry Callahan. Show less